Patient's question:
When I got a vaginal infection, now my child is five months old, there is a bad smell in the vagina, itchy, and it hurts when I have sex with my husband.Doctor's answer:
Common types of vaginitis include bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis, and candidiasis. It is recommended to first undergo a routine examination of vaginal discharge to confirm the type of vaginitis. If it is candidiasis, topical medication is advised. Persistence in treatment is necessary, and medication should not be stopped as soon as symptoms disappear. Personal hygiene should be maintained, and the external genital area should remain clean and dry. Underwear should be washed and changed frequently, and shared towels or bathtubs should be avoided. Nylon or similar fabric underwear should not be worn. During the illness, towels and underwear used should be boiled and sterilized. For patients, if the condition of vaginitis is severe, immediate symptomatic treatment and appropriate medication should be administered. Otherwise, it may lead to a recurrence of vaginitis.